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4-H Summer Camp
4-H Summer Camp
4‑H Summer Camp helps youth explore new interests, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers enjoy hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and leadership opportunities in a safe and supportive environment.
Day Camp
A fun introduction to camp with activities, games, crafts, and outdoor exploration.
Base Camp
A three night- two-day camping experience featuring outdoor adventures, group activities, campfires, swimming, and more.
Join the Camp Team
Interested in serving at camp? Discover opportunities for youth counselors and adult volunteers.
Youth Camp Counselors
Serving as a 4-H camp counselor helps youth grow as leaders while creating a fun, safe, and welcoming experience for younger campers. Counselors develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills while building friendships and making lasting memories.
Youth staff positions are available based on grade level (as of October 2026):
Day Camp Counselors
Open to youth grades 8–9
Day camp counselors support younger campers (youth in grades K-3) throughout the day, help lead activities, encourage participation, and work with staff to create a positive camp environment.
Base Camp Counselors
Open to youth in grades 10 and above
Base camp counselors provide consistent support to a small group of campers (youth grades 3-8), including supervision in cabins and throughout scheduled activities. Counselors also help lead programs and camp traditions while working cooperatively with youth and adult staff.
All counselors may:
- Contribute ideas and leadership to camp planning, including the theme, evening programs, and campfire.
- Support campers’ safety, participation, and sense of belonging.
- Encourage positive camper behavior and help resolve challenges.
- Work as part of a team with other youth and adult staff.
- Serve as positive role models for younger campers.
Adult Camp Committee
Adult volunteers play an essential role in planning, supporting, and delivering a successful camp experience. The committee meets monthly to develop camp plans, coordinate details, and prepare youth and adult staff for their responsibilities.
Adult camp committee members:
- Help plan and develop camp programs, activities, and schedules.
- Attend required trainings and preparation meetings.
- Support youth counselors through guidance, encouragement, and supervision.
- Work alongside youth and adult staff for the full length of camp.
- Serve as positive role models who help create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.
Adult committee members must be certified 4-H volunteers and complete all required training before serving at camp.
Interested in joining?
Contact Jordan Blue, 4-H Youth Development Educator and Camp Director, to learn more about volunteer opportunities and current camp committee needs.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Camp relies on dedicated volunteers who bring their skills and energy to create a safe, fun, and memorable experience. Explore the opportunities below to learn more about each role.
Camp Lifeguard
Lifeguards help keep campers safe during swimming activities by supervising the water and ensuring everyone follows pool or waterfront rules. A certified lifeguard is required whenever youth participate in swimming-related 4-H activities.
Requirements and supervision guidelines:
- Lifeguards must be at least 16 years old and hold current Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications.
- Beach lifeguards must also have American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, or an equivalent credential.
- One certified lifeguard is required for every 25 people in the water.
- One adult supervisor, who does not need to be lifeguard certified, is required for every 10 youth.
Camp Health Coordinator
The Health Coordinator supports camper health and safety throughout camp. This volunteer manages health records, medications, illness or injury concerns, first-aid needs, and communication with families and camp leadership when appropriate.
Responsibilities include:
- Complete required 4-H volunteer screening and training before serving.
- Review camper health information and medication forms.
- Safely store, document, and administer medications according to approved procedures.
- Provide or coordinate first aid and respond to illness and injury.
- Maintain confidentiality of all health-related information.
- Monitor campers who are ill or injured and determine when additional care is needed.
- Communicate health concerns with 4-H Educaotr and appropriate adult staff, families, and emergency personnel.
Camp Kitchen Staff
Kitchen Staff
Kitchen staff help provide campers and volunteers with safe, nutritious, and enjoyable meals throughout camp. This team works together to prepare food, maintain a clean kitchen, and support a positive mealtime experience.
Camp Cook
The camp cook leads meal planning and food preparation while following food-safety procedures. Responsibilities include preparing meals, accommodating approved dietary needs, coordinating kitchen tasks, and supervising kitchen volunteers.
Kitchen Support
Kitchen support volunteers assist with meal preparation, serving, dishwashing, cleaning, and other daily kitchen tasks. They help maintain an organized, sanitary workspace and ensure meals run smoothly.
Contact Jordan
For more information, contact our 4-H Youth Development Educator
Jordan Blue
Email: jordan.blue@wisc.edu
Call/Text: 608-893-3183